GIA GIUDICE DROPS BOMBSHELLS: Slams “Fake” Tax Narrative, Defends Teresa’s Interview & Reveals Why She Unfollowed Ava Dash!

Gia Giudice, the 24-year-old star of Next Gen NYC, is setting the record straight. In a candid appearance on Nick Viall’s The Viall Files podcast on July 8, 2025, Gia fiercely defended her mother, Real Housewives of New Jersey icon Teresa Giudice, while addressing swirling controversies surrounding tax liens, a dramatic interview walkout, and a heated feud involving Ariana Biermann and Ava Dash.

Shutting Down the Tax Lien Drama

Teresa Giudice, 53, made headlines earlier this year when she was slapped with a $300,000 tax lien, following a staggering $2.5 million lien against her husband, Luis Ruelas. The media storm intensified when Teresa abruptly ended a live interview after a news anchor pressed her on the issue. Gia didn’t hold back when discussing the incident, praising her mother’s response as “perfect.”

“Honestly, I thought she handled it perfectly,” Gia said. “She’s over it because people have this whole narrative that we just don’t pay our taxes. It’s honestly comical for me, but not really.” Gia expressed sympathy for her mother, emphasizing Teresa’s relentless efforts to rebuild her life since her 2015 prison release. “I just feel so bad for her because she’s been busting her a** and paying everything since she got out,” Gia shared. “When the news anchor said that to her, she thought it was so insulting and unprofessional. A lot of people agreed it was unprofessional.”

Gia stressed that her mother’s financial matters are “nobody else’s business” and slammed the persistent narrative that paints the Giudice family as tax dodgers. “People think they know, still to this day, and they don’t,” she added, calling out the unfair scrutiny.

A New Side of Teresa on Next Gen NYC

Fans of Real Housewives of New Jersey are used to seeing Teresa in high-drama situations, but Next Gen NYC offers a refreshing perspective. Gia highlighted how the show captures the authentic, loving side of her mother and fellow Housewife Meredith Marks, 53, of The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City. “That’s how they are on a day-to-day basis,” Gia explained. “You’re really seeing how they treat us and their kids every day. My mom is the sweetest person ever, the most loving mom.”

Unlike the tense, confrontational vibe of RHONJ, Next Gen NYC showcases Teresa and Meredith in a positive light, free from the toxic dynamics that often dominate their flagship shows. “When you’re around a toxic environment with women who want to bring out the worst in you, you’re not going to be shown in the most happy, positive light,” Gia noted. “On Next Gen, there was no reason for them to be yelling across the table. I’m really happy people got to see my mom in that light.”

Standing Up for Ariana Biermann

Gia also reflected on her role in a heated feud between her Next Gen NYC co-star Ariana Biermann, 23, and Ava Dash, 25. Recalling the drama, Gia admitted she had no regrets about defending Ariana against Ava’s relentless jabs. “Watching it back, Ava was really just insulting her the whole time. Nothing was making sense, and I was just calling a spade a spade,” Gia said. She specifically called out Ava’s “bulldog” comment as “a little much,” prompting her to send an apologetic text to Ava after the confrontation. “I did feel bad,” Gia confessed, but stood firm in her loyalty to Ariana.

Debunking the Unfollow Rumor

Ava Dash stirred the pot by suggesting Teresa unfollowed her on social media, but Gia quickly shut down the claim with a laugh. “Do you really think she would take the time to do that?” Gia quipped. “I know my mom, and she barely knows how to film her Cameos correctly. She’s not tech-savvy in any way. When Ava said that, I was like, ‘Girl, youഗ you’re lying. My mom doesn’t care that much to unfollow you.’”

Gia’s witty dismissal of the rumor underscored Teresa’s laid-back approach to social media and her indifference to petty drama.

A Star on the Rise

Gia’s bold defense of her mother, coupled with her unapologetic take-moonlight on Next Gen NYC and sharp clapbacks at rumors, solidifies her status as a rising star. With her fierce loyalty, quick wit, and relatable charm, Gia is carving her own path in the reality TV world while standing firmly by her family. As she continues to navigate the spotlight, one thing is clear: Gia Giudice is a force to be reckoned with.